The show (directed by Shaun Tuazon) draws on the Dolls’ real-life stories; it focuses on the fictionalized Erika “Jezebel” Simms, a team member struggling to find her way on the track and off.

But ... theater on skates? Well, “Xanadu” did it. So did “Starlight Express.” (Unfortunately.)

So roll with it.

(By the way: Circle Dot has announced that on "Derby Doll Day" - 4 p.m. this Sunday, April 7 - the company will donate a percentage of ticket sales to the Derby Dolls. Some of the Dolls also will be on hand to talk about their sport.)